Kopai Eco Resort

Serene and comfortable stay in Santiniketan beside Kopai river with large pond and lot of greenery

Santiniketan is one of the most sought-after destinations in Bengal. If you want to get away from the hustle-bustle of life and take a break in nature, it is among the top spots you can go. Set amidst nature, the place attracts tourists both Indian and international. Santiniketan is famous for Rabindra Nath Tagore, the Nobel-lauriet bard of Bengal. He set up a school here, that evolved into the modern-day Viswa-Bharati University. If you are interested to learn about Bengali culture, tradition and heritage, Santiniketan is a must-visit place.

About Kopai Eco Resort:

Our property in Santiniketan, the Kopai Farm Villa, is away from the busy town, and located in the countryside. While most of the major attractions are a little distance away from here, you can easily access them by car. On the other hand, the place is free from noise and crowd. You can relax and enjoy nature without any disturbance. At the same time, you will get all the comfort and modern amenities you need for a luxurious stay in this home-away-from-home property.

The rooms are well-equipped and air-conditioned, so you can visit the property any time of the year. There are delectable organic foods supplied from the in-house restaurant. Here, you have free parking and wifi too. The staff members help you out and offer room service with a smile. Overall, you will have a great time here if you come out for a trip in nature.

Rooms are : AC Double-bedded rooms

Check-in – 12:00 (NOON)
Check out – 10:00 AM

Outdoor Activity:

As the property is set in nature, you do not have to go far for spending time. Take a walk and explore the locality. See how the village life in Bengal goes on smoothly. In the morning, you can sit in the lawn and enjoy with your family. Else, you can sit in the nearby waterbody and try angling. The property can organise for a special performing session with local artists if you ask them in advance.

Nearby Attractions of Kopai:

Viswa-Bharati Campus:

It is the primary attraction in Santiniketan. The campus is a heritage site too. There are several sightseeing points in and around it. Here, you will still find classes that are ongoing under the open sky in the Amra Kunja if the weather is fine. Here, the goal is getting in touch with nature. Also, check out the Tagore museum when you come here. It contains manuscripts of Tagore’s original works and paintings, copy of his Nobel medallions etc. Then, there are points like Upasanaghar and Chatimtala, which are places for meditation and worship.

Sonajhuri Haat:

It is a unique market, that traditionally takes place every Saturday in Khoai. Here, various handicraft items are sold at a bargain price. Browse through the items and you will end up buying to your heart’s content.

Kankalitala:

About 10 km away from the property, it is one of the major Hindu temples. It is a Shaktipith too.

Bakreswar:

This is a famous pilgrimage dedicated to Lord Shiva, on the bank of river Bakreswar, 45 km away from Bolpur. This place has a number of hot springs with mineral-rich water.

How to Reach Kopai:

Rail: The nearest rail-station is Bolpur-Shantiniketan. From there it is nearly 12.3 km which takes around 30 minutes to reach by car

Air: The nearest airport is Dumdum, or Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose International Airport. From there the distance is 175 km and it takes 4 hours 30 minutes to reach by car from there.

Road: From Kolkata, the property is approximately 174 km away and it takes around 5 hours 10 minutes to reach by NH19.

Best Time to Visit:

Winter is the best time to visit here. It is the time of Poush Mela which brings a huge crowd. In Spring, it is the time of Dol-yatra and Basanta Utsab. With the festival of colour, the place prepared to welcome the new year. Its better to avoid Summer, as it is extreme hot in Bankura. However, the afternoon storm or Kalbaishakhi offers some break from the perspiring heat. The monsoon beauty, with greenery all around is enchanting.

Pocket Pinch:

Deluxe room: INR 2500 + GST per day per room

Cottage Room: INR 3000 + GST Per Day Per Room

Child Policy:

Babies below 5 are complimentary.

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